Valentine’s Day was on Friday, and love was in the air, wasn’t it? 💕 We took the time to celebrate the people we adore—our partners, children, parents, and friends. We wrote heartfelt notes, sent sweet texts, gave thoughtful gifts, and shared moments of gratitude. We poured love into those around us.

Sometimes the smallest among us can teach us the biggest lessons.

My 5-year-old daughter stood at the edge of freezing turquoise waters in the Bahamas, her little toes curling into the sand, hesitating—shivering from both fear and excitement. She looked at me, eyes wide, seeking reassurance, unsure if she should take the leap. 🌊

It happens to all of us. We’re scrolling, watching, and witnessing fellow humans achieve something extraordinary—significant milestones, personal breakthroughs, career advancements, creative triumphs, financial wins, distinguished accolades, and moments in the spotlight—and suddenly, we feel behind. 😞

Sadness can settle deep into the corners of our hearts, often feeling heavy and overwhelming.

Over the years, I've felt it in many forms—through personal heartbreak, the exhaustion of carrying too much, moments of disconnection, and even the deep ache of witnessing the pain in the world.

I see you; I’ve been where you are.

I understand what it’s like to feel confined. It’s as if you're limited in life, unable to expand or step forward while the world moves around you. Deep within your heart, an ache makes you question everything—your light, direction, purpose, and even your worth.  

As the year begins, it’s natural to reflect on the moments that shaped us—the uplifting wins, the meaningful experiences, and the lessons learned.

Yet, for many of us, reflection also brings a familiar heaviness: regret.

When you feel hopeless, it’s as if the light from within has dimmed, leaving you lost in a fog of “why bother?” It’s a heavy place to be, one where dreams feel far away, and the energy to move forward seems out of reach.

But even in those moments of hopelessness, your inner zeal is still there, waiting for you to reignite it. It may flicker faintly, but it’s never gone.

We've all been there—those moments when feeling ashamed becomes all-consuming. It moves in unexpectedly, whispering lies about who we are and what we're capable of. Whether it's a choice we regret, a word we wish we hadn't spoken, or a situation that made us feel small, feeling ashamed can leave us disconnected from our divine spark.

But here's an important reminder: feeling ashamed may be a moment, but it's not a definition of who we are.

Have you ever had one of those days, weeks, (or even months) where you feel like a shell of yourself—like your energy has drained away, leaving you feeling empty inside? 

It’s a tough place to be, and I've been there many times. 

It’s also a profound invitation to slow down, listen deeply, and nurture your inner flame back to life.

Have you ever felt like you’re in a box you just can’t escape from?

Maybe it’s a dead-end job, a draining relationship, or simply the monotony of routine. Living the same day over and over again.

Feeling trapped can make your spirit feel small, but today I want to offer you a new perspective:

What if this moment of feeling trapped is actually your invitation to transform?

You are loved more than you know.

But sometimes, despite the warmest reminders, we all have moments where we feel a void, as if love has slipped through our fingers, leaving us cold and questioning our worth. 

If you’ve ever found yourself in this space, I want you to know it’s okay. It’s part of the human journey to occasionally feel untethered, searching for love and reassurance outside of ourselves.

Frustration. It’s that familiar tension rising up when things just don’t seem to go the way we planned. Whether it's a project not moving forward, a difficult conversation that didn't go as hoped, or feeling stuck in a situation that refuses to change—frustration can quickly dampen your zeal, making it feel like you're losing that inner fire. But what if we could turn this feeling into a catalyst for growth?

Let’s talk about a feeling that can dim your inner light faster than anything else: guilt. It’s that heavy weight in your chest, whispering, “You’re not doing enough,” or “You should’ve done better.” We’ve all been there, right? That moment when guilt drags us down, making it feel impossible to reignite our spark.

Let's talk about something this week that I know we ALL face but often shy away from discussing: fear.

That heart-pounding, palm-sweating feeling that can stop us dead in our tracks. The fight-or-fight feeling like you're about to face a lion when really all you have to do is have a 1:1 with your manager. 

Have you ever hit a wall?

You know, the one where your creative well runs COMPLETELY dry?

You clear your schedule and brew a fresh pot of coffee, ready to pour your heart into that project, that dream, that next big idea... and then? Crickets.

Can we speak openly and honestly?

You know, sometimes I find myself scrolling TikTok or Instagram Reels, and all of a sudden an hour (or THREE) has passed. 

I want to ask you a question, and please answer honestly… 

Zeal, my friends, is a fiery, potent energy. It's the spark in your eye, the spring in your step, the unstoppable oomph that propels you forward. But what happens when that zeal flickers, dimmed by the shadow of embarrassment?

The sun shines, birds sing, and yet... a gray cloud lingers.

Depression doesn't discriminate… it can visit even during life's brightest moments. 

When those vibrations dip low, the most important thing is to turn inwards. Recuperate. Rejuvenate. The last thing you need is self-criticism adding more heavy weight to your spirit.